Business, general

The catalyst

Article Abstract:

According to Andrew Liveris, one who manages Dow Chemical's largest division feels that the unique challenges of business can be met with creativity. Dow Chemical uses a balanced scorecard, an oft-used method of measurement that seeks to integrate hard financial measures with soft measures as employee motivation and connection with customers.

Heavy going

Article Abstract:

Challenges posed to Richard Goyder, the new chief executive of Wesfarmers, an Australian conglomerate after taking over from the ex-chief executive, Michael Chaney who took the company to its heights of glory are discussed in the backdrop of the current downturn of the company. Actions to be taken for reviving Wesfarmers are also presented.

A hard act to follow

Article Abstract:

Downturn in market performance of the Wesfarmer, an Australian conglomerate and threats ahead for the company are discussed, in the backdrop of the problems to be tackled by the new chief executive, Richard Goyder for reviving the company.